Soward #2
Key Takeaway
Soward #2 is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1910 and is 116 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 11% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 19 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1910 (116 years old) |
| NID ID | CO02508 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MARGARET LAMB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Soward #2?
Soward #2 is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Soward #2?
Soward #2 is owned by MARGARET LAMB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Soward #2 built?
Soward #2 was completed in 1910, making it 116 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Soward #2?
Soward #2 serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Soward #2?
Soward #2 has a dam height of 12 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Soward #2 last inspected?
Soward #2 was last inspected on August 7, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.